Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care at University of Montana

Programme overview

Respiratory Care is an allied health specialty. It is an important part of modern medicine and health care. Respiratory Care encompasses the care of patients with respiratory problems in the hospital, clinic, and home.

Faculty: Missoula College | Duration: 72 credit hours; two-year plan of study | Location: Missoula, MT, United States

What you will study

72 credit hours. Required courses include Human Anatomy & Physiology I; Human Anatomy and Physiology II; Introduction to Interpersonal Communication; Probability and Linear Mathematics; Intro to Psychology; Fundamentals of Physical Science; College Writing I; Patient Care & Assessment; Respiratory Care Fundamentals I.

Career pathways

Starting salaries are excellent with premiums paid for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Jobs are plentiful throughout the United States.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University-level admission applies (University of Montana undergraduate admission; no separate programme-specific application is listed unless noted). Note: The Respiratory Care program will not be accepting applications for admission for the 2026-27 academic year. Please visit the Respiratory Care program website for updated information on program admission. Respiratory therapists must behave in a manner consistent with the standards and ethics of all health care professionals. The program is 4 semesters in length which includes the AA prerequisite courses and a summer session.

Duration: 72 credit hours; two-year plan of study

Apply through the official page: https://umontana.edu/apply.php

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